Nike began a footwear cushioning revolution. Now, the iconic brand is inviting athletes, sneakerheads and those who challenge culture to explore its latest Air Max experiment - the Nike Air Max Dn8.

We tested 8 pairs of popular running shoes for beginners to see how they compared in comfort, fit and design. Three emerged as the best for most new runners.

Building on the Dynamic Air tech introduced on last year's Air Max Dn, the DN8 extends the dual-pressured Air units to the entirety of the midsole for additional cushioning. Compl ...